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Blanchard Institute Drug Awareness Lunch & Learn

September 16, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (EDT)

Description

LAKE NORMAN CHAMBER LUNCH & LEARN

💬 🫶 🛡️

DRUG AWARENESS

Recognize the Signs. Reduce Stigma. Respond with Compassion.

DATE

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

TIME

12:00–1:30 PM

PRESENTED BY

Samanda Stevenson, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS, NCC

LOCATION

Randy Marion Conference Room
Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce

Awareness Builds Stronger Communities

Substance use can affect individuals, families, workplaces and entire communities—often in ways that are difficult to recognize or discuss. Greater awareness helps replace fear and misunderstanding with informed, compassionate action.

Join Samanda Stevenson, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS, NCC, for a timely Lunch & Learn exploring drug awareness, the realities of substance-use disorders, and how each of us can respond more effectively when someone may be struggling.

What You’ll Take Away

👀

Recognize the Signs

Better understand behaviors and changes that may indicate someone is struggling.

🧠

Understand Addiction

Explore substance-use disorders as complex health conditions—not failures of character or willpower.

🗣️

Start the Conversation

Learn how thoughtful language can reduce stigma and open the door to help.

🧭

Know the Next Step

Identify constructive ways to respond and connect individuals and families with support.

Who Should Attend?

This community-focused program is valuable for anyone who wants to better understand substance use and respond with greater knowledge and compassion, including:

✓ Business owners and leaders

✓ Managers and HR professionals

✓ Parents and family members

✓ Educators and nonprofit professionals

✓ Community and faith leaders

✓ Concerned community members

FEATURED PRESENTER

Samanda Stevenson, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS, NCC

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor
Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist • Certified Clinical Supervisor • National Certified Counselor

Samanda Stevenson is a licensed behavioral health professional with extensive experience in mental health, addiction treatment, clinical supervision, and recovery education. She is passionate about helping individuals, families, and communities better understand substance-use disorders while reducing stigma through education, compassion, and practical resources.

MEET THE BLANCHARD TEAM

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

The Blanchard Institute

The Blanchard Institute provides family-focused outpatient addiction and mental-health programs in the Charlotte and Lake Norman region. Its approach combines medical clarity, evidence-based care, individualized treatment and family participation to help create lasting recovery.

The organization supports individuals and families through multiple levels of outpatient care, family education, recovery management and ongoing support. The Blanchard Institute is accredited by The Joint Commission and is a member of the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers.

VISIT THE BLANCHARD INSTITUTE

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Time: 12:00–1:30 PM

Location: Randy Marion Conference Room at the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce

Presenter: Samanda Stevenson, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS, NCC

Please refer to the registration information on this page for cost and attendance details.

Please note: This is an educational awareness program and is not a substitute for individual medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Anyone facing an immediate medical emergency should call 911.

Knowledge Creates the Opportunity to Help

Join us for a respectful, practical conversation about drug awareness and the role each of us can play in creating a healthier, more informed community.

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The Blanchard Institute
Name: Judy Goodwin
Phone: (704) 242-3390
Email: judyg@theblanchardinstitute.com

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Blanchard Institute Drug Awareness Lunch & Learn

September 16, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (EDT)

Description

DRUG AWARENESS

Awareness Builds Stronger Communities

What You’ll Take Away

Recognize the Signs

Understand Addiction

Start the Conversation

Know the Next Step

Who Should Attend?

Samanda Stevenson, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS, NCC

The Blanchard Institute

Event Details

Knowledge Creates the Opportunity to Help

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